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D-(−)-Threose (CAS 95-43-2)

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CAS Number:
95-43-2
Purity:
≥60%
Molecular Weight:
120.10
Molecular Formula:
C4H8O4
For Research Use Only. Not Intended for Diagnostic or Therapeutic Use.
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D-(−)-Threose is primarily investigated in the fields of biochemistry and prebiotic chemistry for its role in the origins of life studies. This sugar is a key component in the exploration of the RNA world hypothesis, which suggests that RNA molecules were precursors to current life forms based on DNA and proteins. Research involving D-(−)-Threose often focuses on its ability to form part of alternative nucleic acid structures, potentially offering clues about the early mechanisms of genetic information storage and transfer. Additionally, this compound is used in synthetic chemistry to develop new methodologies for creating carbohydrates and analogs that mimic biological processes.


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D-(−)-Threose, 50 mg

sc-214795
50 mg
$73.00